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HP Photosmart C7100 Series All-in-One - Install the Print Cartridges

Introduction

Follow the instructions below to install the print cartridges.

note:
If you are installing ink cartridges in the unit for the first time, be sure to use only the print cartridges that came with the unit. The ink in these cartridges is specially formulated to mix with the ink in the print head assembly at first-time setup.

Installing the print cartridges

Verify that the unit is on.
Open the ink cartridge door.

Figure : Opening the ink cartridge door
Squeeze the gray tab below an ink cartridge slot to release the gray latch and then lift the latch.
Figure : Lifting the latch

Ink cartridge latch for the black ink cartridge

Ink cartridge latches for the color ink cartridges
note:
The ink cartridge areas are color-coded for easy reference. From left to right, the ink cartridges are black, yellow, light cyan, cyan, light magenta, and magenta.
Remove the new ink cartridge from its packaging.
Hold the ink cartridge by the handle and then slide the ink cartridge into the empty slot.

note:
Make sure that the ink cartridge is inserted into the slot that has the same shaped icon and color as the ink cartridge. The copper-colored contacts should be facing the printer as the ink cartridge is inserted.

Figure : Inserting an ink cartridge
Press down on the gray latch until it clicks into place.

Figure : Closing the gray latch
Repeat steps 3 through 6 for each ink cartridge that needs to be replaced.

note:
All six cartridges must be installed. The printer will not work if an ink cartridge is missing.
Close the ink cartridge door.

Figure : Closing the ink cartridge door